How do I know when I need to refinish my hardwood floors?

<div>It’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/when-should-you-refinish-hardwood-floors.htm">time to refinish your hardwood floors</a> when they show signs of age that diminish their overall appearance and function. A few surefire signals that you should consider refinishing your hardwood floors include:<ul><li>Gouges, scrapes, deep scratches, and dents over a significant area</li><li>Discoloration from stains or sun exposure</li><li>Water damage causing rotting, warping, or bowing</li><li>Weak, spongy, or soft spots in the floor indicating damaged subflooring</li><li>Dull and worn appearance across most of the floor</li></ul></div>

What kinds of wood are used for hardwood floors?

<div>Several kinds of wood can be used for wood flooring, not all being hardwood, ranging in price per square foot. You should choose the best type of wood for your flooring based on desired color, cost, durability, feel, and texture.Check out the cost of common wood types per square foot:<ul><li>Maple: $7–$11</li><li>Pine: $5–$10</li><li>Bamboo: $5–$11</li><li>White ash: $9–$13 </li><li>Hickory: $6–$13 </li><li>Red oak: $8–$13 </li><li>White oak: $8–$15 </li><li>Brazilian walnut: $11–$20 </li></ul></div>

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Last update on August 11, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Our experience with Mohammed from start to finish has been excellent. He is easy to work with, has an outstanding work ethic, and has been a pleasure to have in our home. He works diligently with care and with an excellent outcome as his goal. We are very pleased and will call him again when...
Kabul Star General Contractor & Handyman Services
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Reviewed in March 2025
Excellent. Highly highly recommend. Dmitriy and Paul are true artisans in their craft. Will always go to than for my flooring needs.
Artistic Hardwood Flooring LLC
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Reviewed in March 2025
Hector is a phenomenon one of a kind. We have never had someone so committed and focused to get the job done just right. We live having Hector help with projects.
Contreras Renovations LLC
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Reviewed in March 2025
Had a great experience, very professional and knowledgeable. Would definitely use their services again.
R&R Residentials LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
Fabulous job every time! Greg has been my go to for many years. As a realtor I need someone who is often available on short notice, that I can trust to get the job done as promised, and that is fairly priced. Greg at TCB Carpets comes through each and every time. 5 Stars all the way! Highly...
TCB CARPETS INC
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Reviewed in January 2025
These guys did an exceptional job on our home. Couldn't have asked for a better team. The quality of their work and the professionalism provided is something I will continue to recommend to friends and associates.
Above The Rest Hardwoods LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
He does beautiful work, carpet as well. He shows up in time & works hard all day. He is very pleasant to work with. My floors are beautiful & makes my home look new.
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Hardwood flooring pros in Arlington

Mercer Island Floor Coverings

Mercer Island Floor Coverings

Customers say: Quality work

26 local quotes requested

Free onsite estimate

With 42 years of experience, Mercer Island Floor Coverings is your go-to expert for all your carpet needs in Seattle. Our specialized team excels in installation, repair, and re-stretching, ensuring your carpets look flawless. Contact us today for top-notch service you can trust.

"Tobias was good and showed up early the next day to work on my small project. Thank you."

Binh N on August 2024

"Tobias was good and showed up early the next day to work on my small project. Thank you."

Binh N on August 2024

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

32 local quotes requested

I've been an in-demand Flooring Contractor in Snohomish County since 2018. I have the know-how to tackle everything from the smallest of repairs to large-scale projects. No matter the size of the job. I always work hard to ensure my clients are completely satisfied with my work. Call to schedule an initial consultation today. This happens to be a specialty of mine. Due to my experience and know-how, I offer this service at an extremely competitive rate while not compromising on a quality finish. Get in touch to learn more. Flooring Floor and Decor Flooring installation Vinyl Flooring Laminate flooring wood flooring Luxury Vinyl Plank

"Keenen is a fine, young man who did an excellent job on our whole house flooring job. He always arrived on time, clean, and ready to work. He is focused, respectful, thoughtful and calm in his efforts. We enjoyed and appreciated having him work in our home! We definitely would recommend him for your flooring job! 💯"

Ken T on April 2025

Artistic Hardwood Flooring LLC

Artistic Hardwood Flooring LLC

Customers say: Quality work

39 local quotes requested

20 years of experience

Artistic Hardwood Flooring company is specializing in high quality of hardwood floors services. We provide outstanding service. We are profecionall and experts in our trade. Always on time, reasonable prices. Love in what we do.

"Excellent. Highly highly recommend. Dmitriy and Paul are true artisans in their craft. Will always go to than for my flooring needs."

Naomi W on March 2025

"Excellent. Highly highly recommend. Dmitriy and Paul are true artisans in their craft. Will always go to than for my flooring needs."

Naomi W on March 2025

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

27 local quotes requested

We bring the show room to your home. I want you to find exactly what you want. I am dependable and on time. We use quality products on all of my jobs. Detail oriented. Over 35 years experience!! We do background ground checks on all employees to ensure your service will be top notch.

"Smooth sailing from the get go. Lenny came to our home with flooring samples helped us choose the perfect flooring, scheduled our install that evening. The day came for the install, guys showed up at the exact time they said they would and did the install. Next day came back at scheduled time and finished the job beautifully. Cleaned all marierials and debri and job was complete. Could not have gone more smoothly. Would highly recommend this company for any flooring needs. We will definitely use again if the occasion comes up in the future."

Deanne B on October 2021

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

61 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great communication. Professional."

Lori E on March 2025

"Great communication. Professional."

Lori E on March 2025

Otto's Hardwood Floors

33321 29th Place Southwest

Otto's Hardwood Floors

33321 29th Place Southwest

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

40 local quotes requested

We are a business with 7 years of experience on hardwood flooring installation and restoration. We have a vast knowledge on how wood floors react to the Pacific Northwest weather. We use the finest materials available, we also use environmentally friendly materials to lessen our environmental foot print. No job is too big or too small, if there is any specific flooring type you you are looking for, please let us know during our consultation. We offer free estimates On-site. Contact us today via phone call or text at (253) 283-8168 or via email at [email protected]. We will provide you with the best option available and create best flooring for you at Otto's Hardwood Floors.

"Otto installed over 1500 square feet of Wisconsin Red Oak in our home. It was such a professional and incredible job. Additionally, Otto had to color match a section that connected to the previous wood floors, and he did this to perfection. Did a fantastic job, showed up on time and finished when they said they would. I have referred Otto to several clients and they have always thanked me profusely. Can’t recommend highly enough!"

Leah S on October 2023

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

After eighteen years of experience as subcontractors in the construction industry, my brother and I decided to start our own company to deliver the highest quality craftsmanship and service to our clients. We specialize in transforming homes with expert craftsmanship and personalized design, offering customized renovations, construction, and demolition services for projects of any size and complexity. Our goal is to bring your vision to life while solving any construction challenges you may face. We take pride in our work and are committed to excellence in every project we take on. If you have any questions or would like to discuss your project, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re always happy to talk about construction. It’s what we do best.

"I hired this team to renovate my kitchen and flooring, and they did an outstanding job! They guided me through choosing the right materials, helped coordinate delivery, and made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I’m really happy with the results and glad I chose to work with them. I’ll definitely be reaching out again for future projects!"

Alex C on April 2025

Everlast Flooring LLC

13509 33rd Dr Se

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Everlast Flooring LLC

18 years of experience

I provide exceptional customer service with over 15 years in the Flooring Industry. I am an experienced Journeyman Floorlayer, Licensed Bonded, and Insured with my own equipment and professional tool kit. Weather it's installation of Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), Click-In Laminate, Carpet, Base, Demolition, Repair, or Specialty Pattern Craftsmanship; I pay a high attention to detail to ensure you'll love your floors.

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Elite Buildings LLC is a general contractor company near Mount Vernon, WA that performs every day with a high quality workmanship. We offer full homes remodels services everything from adding SQ.FT to your home to building or updating your deck. Drywall service, siding services, door & windows, kitchen and bathroom service, flooring services and much but much more. Please feel free to contact us at any time we offer free ESTIMATES.

"I had Elite Building remodel my master bathroom and they did an absolutely fantastic job! Miguel and his crew were spot on with everything they did! I can't highly recommend this company enough. I asked them to do some extra work and they were more than accommodating. Thank you Miguel!"

MARK J on October 2024

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FAQs for hardwood flooring service projects in Arlington, WA

The cost to refinish hardwood floors is $1,900 on average, ranging from $600 to $4,500, depending on the area size, the floor’s condition, the type of wood, the type of coating, and the refinishing method. Traditional refinishing includes sanding the floors, which can be very dusty and costs about $3 to $8 per square foot. Dustless refinishing uses a vacuum to collect dust during the sanding process, reducing the amount of dust produced, and costs about $5 to $8 per square foot.

The cost to install hardwood flooring is about $4,800 on average, ranging from about $1,000 to $12,000. Nationally, the average cost to install hardwood floors ranges from $6 to $12 per square foot for labor and materials. High-end woods and large spaces may cost $13 to $25 per square foot.

Additional cost factors include:

Square footage of the area
Type of wood
Preparation requirements
Type of finish
Location
Floor style and pattern
Plank thickness
Wood grade, color, and grain

It’s time to refinish your hardwood floors when they show signs of age that diminish their overall appearance and function. A few surefire signals that you should consider refinishing your hardwood floors include:

Gouges, scrapes, deep scratches, and dents over a significant area
Discoloration from stains or sun exposure
Water damage causing rotting, warping, or bowing
Weak, spongy, or soft spots in the floor indicating damaged subflooring
Dull and worn appearance across most of the floor

Despite the costly upfront expense, hardwood floors can add value and appeal to your home, making them one of the highest ROI home improvements. In terms of functionality, hardwood floors are very durable and can last several decades when properly maintained, making them well worth the investment. In some cases, installing hardwood floors can even alleviate allergies in household members, as it’s easier to keep this floor type free of dust mites, pet dander, pollen, and other pesky allergens.

Several kinds of wood can be used for wood flooring, not all being hardwood, ranging in price per square foot. You should choose the best type of wood for your flooring based on desired color, cost, durability, feel, and texture.

Check out the cost of common wood types per square foot: